Ask Question
29 August, 18:45

How do both co2 and sio2 exist in lattice structure

+4
Answers (1)
  1. 29 August, 19:05
    0
    SiO2 has a chain structure and Si is bonded to four oxygen atoms in the lattice structure. Due to the presence of vacant d-orbitals in Silicon, it can expand its covalency ... But CO2 is linear in structure. Carbon bonded to two oxygen atoms by double bonds.
Know the Answer?
Not Sure About the Answer?
Find an answer to your question 👍 “How do both co2 and sio2 exist in lattice structure ...” in 📗 Chemistry if the answers seem to be not correct or there’s no answer. Try a smart search to find answers to similar questions.
Search for Other Answers